Diagnostic Sonographer

Allina Health System•Coon Rapids, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Allina Health is hiring a Diagnostic Sonographer for its OB/GYN clinic in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. The role performs diagnostic imaging, with a focus on OB/GYN scans, and uses independent judgment and a thorough understanding of equipment and patient positioning to provide quality service to patients and providers. The position is 0.5 FTE, or 40 hours per two-week pay period, on a 10-hour day shift. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; there are no weekend shifts. General ultrasound is not performed in Women’s Health, and the clinic is seeking an RDMS-certified sonographer in OB/GYN scans. The position performs imaging in accordance with department policies and American College of Radiology guidelines, maintains accurate procedure documentation, communicates with patients and the care team, and verifies images are transferred to the imaging storage and retrieval system. The hourly base pay range is $40.08 to $54.93, with starting pay depending on factors including experience and education. A $7,500 starting bonus is available for eligible external talent. Benefit eligibility and offerings depend on FTE and union representation.

Requirements

Associate's or vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound; alternatively, graduation from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology plus two years of Diagnostic Ultrasound schooling or training; alternatively, graduation from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology and ARDMS registration or registry eligibility.
Zero to two years of diagnostic sonography experience.
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) registration upon hire, with registration in at least one listed specialty: Abdomen (AB), Breast (BR), Fetal Echocardiography (FE), OB/GYN, or Pediatric Sonography (PS).
For Allina Health Group clinic locations, Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) registration is required upon hire.
Must meet at least one BLS requirement: current certification from the American Heart Association, current certification from the American Red Cross, or completion of Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Complete procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelines.
Identify patients using two identifiers and accurately document required aspects of procedures.
Observe and communicate with patients, respond to their needs, and maintain a safe environment in the procedure area.
Perform procedures with a high degree of accuracy.
Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of diagnostic equipment and maintain work knowledge and competence.
Gather relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.
Verify that images have transferred appropriately to the imaging storage and retrieval system.
Perform accurate clerical functions, use the Excellian electronic medical record, and understand the storage and retrieval system.
Ensure all documentation is complete after procedures.
Communicate with the supervisor and team, report problems, issues, or ideas, and support coworkers with assistance and information.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits.
PTO/time away.
Retirement savings plans.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage.
Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable.
Student loan support and benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Well-being resources, including well-being dollars, navigators, programs, activities, personal coaching, and tools.
$7,500 starting bonus for eligible external talent.